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Old 06-28-2007, 12:17 AM
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would i have to do anything to get a mechanical roller tappet cam into a 1972 engine. instead of the regular hydraulic flat tappet.sorry if this is a stupid question..
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Old 06-28-2007, 12:49 AM
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Old 06-28-2007, 01:01 AM
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Old 06-28-2007, 01:20 AM
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very stupid question... get link bar hydraulic roller lifters and call it a day..


then you can run a roller cam without any hassles
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Old 06-28-2007, 01:25 AM
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very stupid question... get link bar hydraulic roller lifters and call it a day..


then you can run a roller cam without any hassles
any good brand to look for
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Old 06-28-2007, 01:28 AM
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Old 06-28-2007, 01:30 AM
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alright, the camshaft i found to fit my intake/heads combo perfect is a lutani btw.
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Old 06-28-2007, 01:31 AM
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Nothing says "street car" like a .750 lift solid roller.
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Old 06-28-2007, 01:34 AM
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lol, nahits .621 lift and 264 duration @ 50
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